The Life and Administration of Abraham Lincoln: Presenting His Early History, Political Career, Speeches, Messages, Proclamations, Letters, Etc., with a General View of His Policy as President of the United States, Embracing the Leading Events of the War. Also the European Press on His DeathReprinted, W. Abbatt, 1933 |
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... important implement of woodcraft . It was considered important that boys should early learn to shoot with accuracy ; and a lad with a natural tact for the rifle was looked upon as a " rising genius " by the neighbouring settlers . Skill ...
... important implement of woodcraft . It was considered important that boys should early learn to shoot with accuracy ; and a lad with a natural tact for the rifle was looked upon as a " rising genius " by the neighbouring settlers . Skill ...
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... important question , ever ready with his tongue for the argumentative contest , always exhibiting that capability and good sense which distinguished him through life . Mr. Giddings having presented a memorial ( December 21st , 1847 ) ...
... important question , ever ready with his tongue for the argumentative contest , always exhibiting that capability and good sense which distinguished him through life . Mr. Giddings having presented a memorial ( December 21st , 1847 ) ...
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... important steps to a great consummation . In the midst of other cares , however important , we must not lose sight of the fact that the war power is still our main reliance . To that power alone can we look , yet for a time 17 THE LIFE ...
... important steps to a great consummation . In the midst of other cares , however important , we must not lose sight of the fact that the war power is still our main reliance . To that power alone can we look , yet for a time 17 THE LIFE ...
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